Südzucker AG/€SZU
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About Südzucker AG
Südzucker AG is a diversified company operating primarily in the food manufacturing industry, with its core business focused on sugar production. The company engages in the production and sale of sugar, bioethanol, and functional food ingredients, as well as fruit-based products. Founded in 1926, Südzucker has grown to become one of the major sugar producers in Europe, headquartered in Mannheim, Germany. The company maintains a significant presence across multiple European countries, ensuring a broad geographic footprint. Südzucker's strategic positioning is bolstered by its focus on sustainability and innovation in its production processes, aiming to meet evolving food industry demands.
Ticker
€SZU
Sector
Primary listing
XETRA
Employees
19,116
Headquarters
Website
Südzucker AG Metrics
BasicAdvanced
€2B
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-€1.54
0.21
€0.20
2.04%
Price and volume
Market cap
€2B
Beta
0.21
52-week high
€12.04
52-week low
€9.29
Average daily volume
39K
Dividend rate
€0.20
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.858
Quick ratio
0.849
Long term debt to equity
36.627
Total debt to equity
61.079
Interest coverage (TTM)
0.47%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
386
Gross margin (TTM)
29.70%
Net profit margin (TTM)
-3.20%
Operating margin (TTM)
0.50%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
1.60%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
€460,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
0.32%
Return on equity (TTM)
-7.62%
Valuation
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.228
Price to book
0.65
Price to tangible book (TTM)
0.93
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
5.809
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
17.21%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
1.69
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.04%
Forward dividend yield
2.04%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
-14.58%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-189.44%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
0.67%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
2.88%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
30.12%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
42.08%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-20.63%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-2.21%
Bulls say / Bears say
Core EBITDA for fiscal 2024/25 exceeded guidance, reaching €715 million versus its €550–650 million forecast, thanks to stronger-than-expected results in the specialty and fruit divisions (Reuters)
Management reaffirmed its full-year 2025/26 outlook of group EBITDA at €525–675 million and operating profit at €150–300 million despite tough market conditions, signaling confidence in a turnaround (Reuters)
A proposed dividend of €0.20 per share for 2024/25 demonstrates a continued commitment to shareholder returns despite industry challenges (Reuters)
Q1 2025/26 operating profit dropped 85% to €22 million, with the sugar segment posting a €56 million loss due to weak EU sugar prices, highlighting margin pressure in its core business (Reuters)
The company projects a full-year operating loss of €100–200 million in its sugar segment and group operating profit of just €150–300 million, a sharp decline from €350 million last year, pointing to persistent market weakness (Reuters)
The dividend was cut from €0.90 to €0.20 per share for fiscal 2024/25, reflecting substantial cash flow limitations and reduced profitability (-78% net operating result year-on-year) (Reuters)
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Südzucker AG stock?
Südzucker AG (SZU) has a market cap of €2B as of October 27, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Südzucker AG stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Südzucker AG (SZU) stock is 0 as of October 27, 2025.
Does Südzucker AG stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Südzucker AG (SZU) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of October 27, 2025, the dividend rate is €0.2 and the yield is 2.04%. Südzucker AG has a payout ratio of 0% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Südzucker AG dividend payment date?
The next Südzucker AG (SZU) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Südzucker AG?
Südzucker AG (SZU) has a beta rating of 0.21. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.